An illustrated telling of the story of a Great Lakes schooner that sunk while transporting Christmas trees to the docks in Chicago.

"Surveys the history, geography, government, economy, and people of Michigan"--Provided by publisher.

"The Great Lakes series explores the history, geography, and ecosystems of each Great Lake"--

Michigan is home to quaint towns and beautiful lakes. It also has a long history of hauntings. Travel the back roads in search of ghosts and you won't be disappointed- but will you make it out alive? Get ready to read four terrifying tales about Michigan's spookiest spots! This 24-page book features controlled, narrative nonfiction text with age-appropriate vocabulary and simple sentence construction. The colorful design and spooky art will engage...

In this book find out the top ten sites to see or things to do in the Great Lake State! We'll explore Michigan's popular lakes, gorgeous parks, exciting cities, and fun history.

"Learn more about how Detroit's Pingree Farms went from vacant industrial city block to vibrant urban farm and community center. Explore the logistics of repurposing the land and meet the people who made it happen. The book showcases a range of 21st century skills - from "Flexibility & Adaptation" to "Creativity & Innovation"-and shows how moving away from a tear-down culture towards one of reuse helps tackle a host of critical challenges facing our...

Eight-year-old Aref is excited to reunite with his father in Ann Arbor, Michigan where he will start a new school, and while Aref misses his grandfather, his Sidi, he knows that his home in Oman will always be waiting for him.

Flint, Michigan had been built up, then abandoned, by General Motors. In 2014, as part of a plan to save money, government officials decided that Flint would temporarily switch its water supply from Lake Huron to the Flint River. Within months, many residents broke out in rashes. Children stopped growing. Some people were hospitalized with mysterious illnesses; others died. Despite the murky, foul-smelling liquid pouring from the city's faucets, officials...

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Hail to the victors! This fight song can be heard ringing throughout Ann Arbor celebrating the Michigan Wolverines. Much like a young rookie hoping to have a chance to make it on to the field, this title brings that same hope and inspiration in the form of colorful, fact-filled storytelling that details the history, legacy, and the prestige of the University of Michigan college football program. They may not have adamantium claws, but these maize...